Fuel from Farms

Fuel from Farms
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Total Pages : 180
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ISBN-10 : UIUC:30112110786081
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Rating : 4/5 (81 Downloads)

Synopsis Fuel from Farms by : Solar Energy Information Data Bank (U.S.)

Decision to produce; Markets and uses; Market assessment; Prodution potential; Equipment selection; Financial requirements; Decision and planning workssheets; Basic ethanol production; Preparation of feedstocks, Fermentation; Distillation; Types of feedstocks; Coproduct yields; Agronomic considerations; Plant design; Overall plant considerations; Process control; Representative ethanol plant; Maintenance checklist; Business plan; Analysis of financial requirements; Organizational form; Financing; Case study; Summary of legislation; Bureau of alcohol, tabacco, and firearms permit information; Enviromental considerations.

Alcohol Fuel

Alcohol Fuel
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Publisher : New Society Publishers
Total Pages : 273
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ISBN-10 : 9781550924381
ISBN-13 : 1550924389
Rating : 4/5 (81 Downloads)

Synopsis Alcohol Fuel by : Richard Freudenberger

Dwindling petroleum supplies and growing environmental concerns are significantly impacting the cost of petro-fuel and its infrastructure. The search for alternative fuel sources has led to ethanol, a gasoline substitute that is already in the marketplace as Gasohol and E-85. But large-scale production of corn-based ethanol is controversial as it threatens the world’s food supply. There are alternatives, however: Brazil uses sugar cane, which is up to six times more productive in energy conversion. After the energy crisis of the 1970s, there was a lot of misinformation about the cost of individual ethanol production. In order to achieve energy independence from gasoline, ethanol lends itself to small-scale production, and especially to cooperative ventures in rural communities, often using “waste” feedstock. Alcohol Fuel is a practical, grassroots book that will give readers all the information they need, covering every aspect of making and using ethanol for fuel, including: *Permitting and planning *Budgeting and setup *Sourcing feedstocks *Finding and building distillation equipment *Storage and safety *Practical applications for converting motor vehicles, farm equipment, and space-heating systems The practical, user-friendly information on basic equipment needs, fermentation recipes, and distillation designs will be of interest to readers looking for information, as well as to those ready to make the switch. Richard Freudenberger was research director of Mother Earth News, where he managed the Alcohol Fuel Program and developed solar and renewable solar and energy projects. He is publisher and technical editor of BackHome magazine and lives in Hendersonville, North Carolina.

Small-scale Ethanol Production

Small-scale Ethanol Production
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Total Pages : 40
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ISBN-10 : MINN:31951D007490796
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Rating : 4/5 (96 Downloads)

Synopsis Small-scale Ethanol Production by : Steven Shapiro

Fuel Ethanol Production from Sugarcane

Fuel Ethanol Production from Sugarcane
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Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages : 232
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ISBN-10 : 9781789849370
ISBN-13 : 1789849373
Rating : 4/5 (70 Downloads)

Synopsis Fuel Ethanol Production from Sugarcane by : Thalita Peixoto Basso

This book offers a broad understanding of bioethanol production from sugarcane, although a few other substrates, except corn, will also be mentioned. The 10 chapters are grouped in five sections. The Fuel Ethanol Production from Sugarcane in Brazil section consists of two chapters dealing with the first-generation ethanol Brazilian industrial process. The Strategies for Sugarcane Bagasse Pretreatment section deals with emerging physicochemical methods for biomass pretreatment, and the non-conventional biomass source for lignocellulosic ethanol production addresses the potential of weed biomass as alternative feedstock. In the Recent Approaches for Increasing Fermentation Efficiency of Lignocellulosic Ethanol section, potential and research progress using thermophile bacteria and yeasts is presented, taking advantage of microorganisms involved in consolidating or simultaneous hydrolysis and fermentation processes. Finally, the Recent Advances in Ethanol Fermentation section presents the use of cold plasma and hydrostatic pressure to increase ethanol production efficiency. Also in this section the use of metabolic-engineered autotrophic cyanobacteria to produce ethanol from carbon dioxide is mentioned.

Small-scale Fuel Alcohol Production

Small-scale Fuel Alcohol Production
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Total Pages : 246
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ISBN-10 : UCR:31210003185608
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Rating : 4/5 (08 Downloads)

Synopsis Small-scale Fuel Alcohol Production by : United States. Department of Agriculture

Makin' It on the Farm

Makin' It on the Farm
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Publisher : Buffalo Creek Press
Total Pages : 183
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ISBN-10 : 9781885534149
ISBN-13 : 1885534140
Rating : 4/5 (49 Downloads)

Synopsis Makin' It on the Farm by : Micki Nellis

How to make fuel alcohol. Adopted as a textbook by several community colleges. Contains index, definition of terms, chart of starch content of raw materials, and list of materials.

David Blume's Alcohol Can be a Gas!

David Blume's Alcohol Can be a Gas!
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Publisher : Iiea
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 0979043786
ISBN-13 : 9780979043789
Rating : 4/5 (86 Downloads)

Synopsis David Blume's Alcohol Can be a Gas! by : David Blume

Six volumes bound under one cover make this the most comprehensive book ever written on alcohol fuel production, use, policy, history, ecology, politics and economic perspectives. Thoroughly addresses both past and present controversies, myths and misconceptions that permeate the public debate. It contains the most exhaustive treatment of potential energy crops to be found anywhere. Crops for all climates and soil types are detailed including cellulosic materials. Unique feedstocks that can have global impact like ocean kelp, cattails used for treating sewage, and creative waste products are covered. Design and construction of alcohol plants from 2 gallons per hour to 50 gallons per hour including detailed distillery design data is described in laymen?s terms for easy construction. Case histories of actual plants are covered in interviews of operations built by the author?s students.The book compares qualities of alcohol versus gasoline and diesel. In exceptional detail, conversion of gasoline, diesel, aircraft, motorcycle, two stroke, and utility engines are described. Using alcohol to produce electricity and hot water as well as cooking and cooling are also addressed. Business models for micro and small plants are laid out enabling the reader to design their own business.The author?s original concept of Community Supported Energy projects in which communities establish driver owned alcohol stations and then contract with farmers to supply the station are outlined clearly so activists can organize them. Profusely illustrated with 514 charts, photos and drawings. The book is thoroughly documented with 473 endnotes and a 6300 entry index.

Fuel from farms

Fuel from farms
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 182
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ISBN-10 : UIUC:30112019050183
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Rating : 4/5 (83 Downloads)

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Bioethanol Production from Food Crops

Bioethanol Production from Food Crops
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Publisher : Academic Press
Total Pages : 472
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ISBN-10 : 9780128137673
ISBN-13 : 0128137673
Rating : 4/5 (73 Downloads)

Synopsis Bioethanol Production from Food Crops by : Ramesh C. Ray

Bioethanol Production from Food Crops: Sustainable Sources, Interventions and Challenges comprehensively covers the global scenario of ethanol production from both food and non-food crops and other sources. The book guides readers through the balancing of the debate on food vs. fuel, giving important insights into resource management and the environmental and economic impact of this balance between demands. Sections cover Global Bioethanol from Food Crops and Forest Resource, Bioethanol from Bagasse and Lignocellulosic wastes, Bioethanol from algae, and Economics and Challenges, presenting a multidisciplinary approach to this complex topic. As biofuels continue to grow as a vital alternative energy source, it is imperative that the proper balance is reached between resource protection and human survival. This book provides important insights into achieving that balance. - Presents technological interventions in ethanol production, from plant biomass, to food crops - Addresses food security issues arising from bioethanol production - Identifies development bottlenecks and areas where collaborative efforts can help develop more cost-effective technology